What is "howard ""pappy"" mason"?

Howard "Pappy" Mason

Howard "Pappy" Mason was a notorious American drug kingpin who dominated the crack cocaine trade in the South Jamaica, Queens, New York, area during the 1980s. He is widely considered one of the most powerful and violent drug lords of his time.

• Criminal Enterprise: Mason built a vast and highly profitable drug operation, known for its ruthlessness and control over its territory. He used violence and intimidation to maintain his position.
• Associate with Supreme Team: He was closely associated with the Supreme Team, another powerful New York City drug organization headed by Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff. There were sometimes alliance between both criminal enterprises.
• Convictions and Imprisonment: Mason faced numerous legal challenges and was eventually convicted on various drug-related charges. He spent a significant portion of his life in prison. One of the important charges against him was related to an attempt to kill a police officer and the Witness%20Protection.
• Influence: His influence extended beyond his immediate organization, impacting the wider criminal landscape of New York City and beyond.
• Legacy: Pappy's story has been mentioned and documented in books, documentaries, and films depicting the rise and fall of drug empires during the crack epidemic. He remains a figure of infamy in the history of New York City crime.